KACARE s SUSTAINABLE ENERGY INITIATIVES Saudi Arabia s Nuclear Energy Program for Electricity Generation: Pre-Project Engineering for SMR Development Dr. Maher Al Odan Head of Research & Development & Innovation IAEA 59th General Conference Side Event Sep. 16, 2015
CONTENTS Introduction K.A.CARE Strategy KACARE Initiatives SMRs for Saudi Arabia SMART Development & Partnership
K.A.CARE ESTABLISHMENT Established by Royal Order April 17, 2010 The driving force for making atomic and renewable energy an integral part of a national sustainable energy mix, creating and leveraging the competitive advantages of relevant technologies for the social and economic development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
ROYAL VISION Sustainability Reliability Extending the Life of Oil Electricity generation & Desalination sources for sustainable and reliable electricity generation and desalinated water production that reduces the reliance on hydrocarbon resources and thus provides an additional guarantee for the production of water and electricity in the future and prolongs at the same time hydrocarbon resources to keep them a source of income for a longer period
ELECTRICITY GROWTH Electricity peak demand GW 120 45 70 2010 2020 2030 At current pace, energy peak demand is expected to exceed 120 GW by 2030 Source: ECRA
Water Capacities in ( 000 m 3 /day) WATER DEMAND V.S PLANNED SUPPLY 10,000 9,000 8,000 7,000 Shortage Total Demand Contingenc y Proposed Additional Desalination Capacity 6,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 SWCC Existing & Planned Export Capacity Today, SWCC accounts for ~18 % of world and around half of the region s desalination capacity Planned IWPP and Private Desalination Export Capacity 2,000 1,000 Ground and Surface Water Supply 0 2005 2007 2009 2011 2013 2015 2017 2019 2021 2023 2025
TOWARDS ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY The Kingdom of Energy Based on Fossil Fuels The Kingdom of Sustainable Energy Towards greater sustainability Building Resources for the Future
K.A.CARE MANDATE Policies & Strategies Regulatory National Atomic & Renewable Energy Policy National strategy & Implementation Plan Overseeing & Fostering National R&D Activities National atomic Regulatory Authority RDI National laboratories Joint & Collaborative Initiatives Human Capacity National Programs Educational & Training Institutions Scholarships
K.A.CARE MANDATE Execution Investment & Business support execution of nuclear and renewable projects Investment Initiatives Empowerment of Private Sector Technology Development in Power, Desalination, Manufacturing, International Relations Facilities National Competent Authority International Conventions & Treaties National Laboratories K.A.CARE Physical City
DAY-NIGHT LOAD VARIATION FOR SAUDI ARABIA Uniform day-to-night variation year round Day Night
ENERGY CONSUMPTION PATTERNS Total of 193,472 GWH Commercial 12.2% Agricultural 2.6% Governmental 15.1% Industrial 17.9% Building 79.5% Residential 52.2% 70% consumed by HVAC Source: Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) 2009
CRITERIA FOR ENERGY MIX SELECTION Value chain development Economics of hydrocarbon s saved Energy Mix Electricity and desalination demand patterns Human capacity development Regulatory and physical infrastructure requirements Technology choices
TWh 700 600 500 GRADUAL OFFSETTING OF FOSSIL ENERGY REACHING 50% BY 2040 Nuclear Renewable Fossil 400 300 200 100 0
CONTENTS Introduction K.A.CARE Strategy KACARE Initiatives SMRs for Saudi Arabia SMART Development & Partnership
K.A.CARE S INITIATIVES Value Chain Studies Human Capacity Building Sustainability Initiatives Research & Development Sustainable Grid Integration Infrastructure Self Assessment Site Survey Study Atomic Energy Initiatives Establishing an Independent Regulatory Body International Framework
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY VALUE CHAIN LOCALIZATION TENETS K.A.CARE value chain localization roadmap is built on four bases: Manufacturing Services Technology Human Capacity
VALUE MAPPING OF NUCLEAR SPEND Percentage of NPP spend High localization potential H Construction Engineering O&M Economic attractiveness 1 M Forging Decommissionin g Fuel Fabrication Processing & Enrichment Diesel Generator Spent Fuel Pipes Mining & Milling Valves Radioactive Waste Pumps Turbines L Design L M H KSA comparative advantage 2 1. Based on average score from market, financial, KSA impact dimensions; main drivers include NPV, IRR and payback calculations 2. Based on average score from technology and KSA gaps dimensions; main driver is feasibility for KSA to compete globally
HUMAN CAPACITY BUILDING ANALYSIS AND IMPLEMENTATION TOOLS Taxonomy of Roles Demand modelling Energy deployment scenarios Demand-Supply gap modeling HCB Roadmap and Implementation Plans Supply modelling Stakeholder engagemen t Education system dashboard Youth focus groups Value chain & multipliers Additional work undertaken Leading programs Web portal prototype Saudization modelling Industry and innovation Corporate universities
K.A.CARE RDI Plan K.A.CARE Mandate Technology status & trends National and international policies Resource scenarios Technology status & needs Market trends Resources & Capabilities Technical Financial Human And those of partners Research Agenda RDI Mission Focus Areas Strategic Objectives (5-20 years) Programs Critical Outcomes (3 5 years) Projects Deliverables (1 3 years) Resource allocations R&D investments Key hires Capital equipment Major new facilities Performance management Tied directly to Agenda Fully integrated Transparent to all staff
ATOMIC ENERGY SECTOR Safety First Transparency Civil Applications Only Involve Saudi Stakeholders World-Wide Cooperation and Coordination Highest Standards and Best Practices Independent, Credible Regulator Improving the Environment and Sustaining the Economy Nuclear Value Chain Development
REGULATORY BODY Independent Fair and Credible Transparent Committed to protect the Kingdom, its people and the Environment from the effects of Ionizing Radiation Effective and Efficient Initially incubated within KACARE but Firewalled from the practices that it regulates Emphasis on core functions: Licensing, Inspection, Enforcement.
Technical Partner : REGULATORY SUPPORT PARTNERSHIP STUK Support Areas to the LPRR Licensing: o Evaluation of license application o Safety case evaluation o Safeguards and security o Inspection o Training Saudi Regulator Validate/ Advice Train / Mentor Regulatory Partner(s) Contractor Support TSO LSO 22
FIRST PHASE OF K.A.CARE CITY City infrastructure requirements for Phase 1 3-5 year R&D focused develop-ment program for 8,000 to 10,000 residents (including 800 scientists) City energy requirement from renewables
CONTENTS Introduction K.A.CARE Strategy KACARE Initiatives SMRs for Saudi Arabia SMART Development & Partnership
SMALL MODULAR REACTOR FOR SAUDI ARABIA
SMRs FOR SAUDI ARABIA Desire for full IP ownership of NSSS technology Future SMR export market in MENA Nuclear cogeneration for remote cities & industry SMRs inherent safety, modular, mass production FOAK plant construction: risk vs. benefit. Coastal and inland SMR site availability TARGET LIST OF PWR-TYPE B&W mpower, NuScale, Westinghouse SMR, Holtec SMR-160, KAERI SMART, CNNC ACP-100, SNPTC CAP-150, CNEA CAREM, DCNS Flexblue, Politecnico di Milano (Westinghouse) IRIS, OKBM Afrikantov KLT-40S, OKBM Afrikantov VBER-300
SMRs WORLDWIDE
K.A.CARE INTERNATIONAL SMRs WORKSHOP Global PWR SMR industry matured for near term deployment. KSA ready for SMR mix with Large Reactors in HCB and supply chain Feasibility study addressing Joint partnership for development. SMR Mix, IP Ownership and Tech Transfer, Human Capacity Development and SMR Supply Chain, SMR Licensing, SMR Deployment, SMR Economics. IP ownership sharing May 2014, Eight international SMR experts.
CONTENTS Introduction K.A.CARE Strategy KACARE Initiatives SMRs for Saudi Arabia SMART Development & Partnership
Why SMART for KSA? Bilateral nuclear cooperation agreement signed between governments of Saudi Arabia and Republic Of Korea. (HE. Mr. Sung Hwan Kim, Minister of Foreign Affairs) & ( HE. Dr. Hashem Yamani), Nov 2011 First licensed integral PWR-type SMR Fully Korean origin technology Most advanced for deployment. SMR Workshop conclusion (2014) 2014 JFS offered Joint Partnership Pre-Project Eng. with full IP sharing 2-unit FOAK plants construction Joint Partnership signed with Korea MOU, PPE Agreement Mar./Sep. 2015
MOU K.A.CARE & KAERI Dec 2013 K.A.CARE and KAERI signed MOU in December 2013, to cooperate in the following fields: National Nuclear Lab (NNL) Establishment SMART Partnership & Development Human Capacity Development on related issues between both parties
SMART JFS The scope is To conduct first a joint feasibility study for SMART deployment in Saudi Arabia within a short period. It will include electricity and fresh water demand analysis, site selection and environmental impact assessment, economic analysis. ICI Nozzles Control Rod Drive Mechanism Pressurizer Reactor Coolant Pump To develop a business plan and explore strategy to establish a joint venture company, etc. The outcome is A JFS Report and Assessment; and recommendations for follow-up action. Steam Generator Upper Guide Structure Core Support Barrel Flow Mixing Header Ass y Core Steam Nozzle Feedwater Nozzle To obtain partnership approach for SMART technology.
JFS Report Content Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Introduction Electricity and Water Systems Analysis Proposed Site Characteristics Technical and Safety Aspects Economic and Financing Aspects Strategic Issues Business Model Development Conclusion and Recommendations
SMART Reactor Plant Data Power : 330 MWt Water : 40,000 t/day Electricity: 90 MWe Electricity and Fresh Water Supply for a City of 100,000 Population Suitable for Small Grid Size or Localized Power System
SMART Reactor SMART has advantages over LRs 1) High safety standards 2) Passive safety systems 3) Simplification of systems 4) Smaller initial capital cost requirements 5) Lessened grid integration requirement 6) Flexibility in site selection (i.e., inland) 7) Relatively easier localization Valuable oil savings by replacing oil-fired thermal plant. Total oil savings from the operation of two 100 MWe class SMART plants will amount to ~3M bbl. every year. FOAK plant: 20% increase in NOAK plant unit capital cost Multiple units (>4 unit): 30% decrease in single FOAK plant. Financial option study shows SMART is worth to invest through CAPEX and LCOE
Publication Ceremony SMART Joint Feasibility Study publication Ceremony 4 th of March, 2015, Riyadh H.E. Dr. Hashem Yamani with H.E. Mr. Choi
MOU KA.CARE/ MSIP SMART DEVELOPMENT AND PARTNERSHIP & HUMAN CAPACITY BUILDING Between K.A.CARE & MSIP 3 rd of March 2015
a. JOINT NUCLEAR HUMAN CAPACITY BUILDING AND ACADEMIC RESEARCH. Objective: Encourage and promote educational and academic research cooperation in the field of nuclear technology for the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Approach: a. Cooperation with KAIST o Development of non-degree programs o Development or engagement in degree programs o Joint research of academic nature o Advice and consultation for the establishment of Nuclear Human Capability Building Center b. Cooperation with KAERI K.A.CARE / MSIP MOU
K.A.CARE / MSIP MOU b. SMART Development and Partnership: Objective: Plans for the Promotion of SMART Construction and Global Business Partnership Approach: a. Pre-project Engineering Phase. (PPE) b. First of a Kind (FOAK) Plant Construction Phase via SPC. c. Human Capability Building: ( know how and/or know why ) for nuclear reactor system design of the SMART. Steering Committee : For a successful undertaking of global partnership, Sides will establish and manage a joint steering committee.
SMART Pre-Project Engineering SMART (PPE) KA.CARE & KAERI
Between K.A.CARE & KAERI Objectives: SMART PPE AGREEMENT a. SMART FOAK Engineering, K.A.CARE HCB, support of site preparation for the construction of SMART FOAK Plant, and preparation of PSAR for the construction permit of the FOAK Plant. b. Establish joint ownership of any intellectual property for the purpose of distribution of royalty. c. SMART Power Company (SPC) which will undertake global commercialization and construction of SMART.
SMART PARTNERSHIP APPROACH Korea Support SMART SDA SMART Development Technology Validation Licensing Post Fukushima Safety Enhancement At Present KSA & Korea Joint Support Preproject Engineering NSSS Design : Passive systems K.A.CARE HCB for NSSS design BOP Design: Optimize BOP System(Including Dry Cooling Technology) Procurement Engineering(Vendor Survey) Site Approval Prepare PSAR 1997 ~ 2014 2~3 Yr 5~6 Yr FOAK Contract KSA Support FOAK Plant Construction 2 FOAK Plants Construction Joint Design Approach Remain FOAK Engineering Related to Design, Construction, Manufacturing, Operation Licensing(CP, OL) COD FOAK
Major Tasks SMART Pre-Project Engineering FOAK Engineering NSSS & Fuel Design Implementing passive safety systems Safety analysis BOP Design Optimize BOP System and Increase Design Level Including Dry Cooling Technology Prepare PSAR for FOAK Plant KA-CARE HCB NSSS design technology Preparation for FOAK Plant Construction Vendor Survey, Technical Support for Site Approval etc.
SMART PPE OVERALL STRUCTURE Project Owner (MSIP, K.A.CARE) KAERI (Principal PPE execution organization ) Steering Committee (K.A.CARE, MSIP) Steering the PPE Project Experts recommended by K.A.CARE and MSIP FOAK Engineering NSSS and BOP Design Preparation PSAR K.A.CARE HCB K.A.CARE Expert Training Preparation for FOAK Plant Support for Site Approval Vender Survey
SMART PPE HCB K.A.CARE s Experts ~30 50 Experts ( ~5 Trainees for 6 Design Groups) a. CRT - Basics (3M); By KAERI Nuclear Training & Education Center Lectures on Fundamental Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Physics, Reactor Physics, Health Physics, Nuclear Power Plant Safety, ect.. b. CRT - Technical (2M~3M); By Design Groups Core Design, Fluid System Design, Mechanical System Design, MMIS Design, Safety Analysis, T/H Validation Tests c. OJT (6M~12M) Training by Duplication of Design Calculation Note. d. OJP (12M~18M): Participation in System Design Activities. K.A.CARE Experts will partially participate in the KAERI s System Design Activities.
CONCLUSION KSA is prepared to embark on the 1st NPP Nuclear laws, regulatory body under formation Joint Partnership sought for full IP ownership. SMART Pre-Project Engineering for 3 years Site specific PSAR preparation for Construction Permit Preparation for FOAK plants construction IAEA support in licensing IAEA Support technical capacity building